2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
